Florida Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Florida? We analyzed 6,323 verified OTD quotes from 1136 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 812 rated Florida dealers is $911, $511 above the national average, based on 6,323 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 28, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Sunshine State
Florida's dealer grade: C
76/100 average transparency score
1st highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Florida has the 1st-highest average doc fee of the 50 states we track, at $911.
- 518 of 1136 rated Florida dealers earned an A for transparency; 221 earned a D or F.
- Orange Buick GMC in Orlando is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 14 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Florida range from $2 to $1,850 — Ocean Cadillac charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Florida is protection plan, appearing on 36% of itemized quotes at an average of $2,310.
Florida Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Florida
The most transparent dealers in Florida, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Orange Buick GMC
Orlando, FL
No mandatory add-ons · 14 verified quotes
See the quotesHuston Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Avon Park, FL
$112 below the Florida average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesLake Wales
Lake Wales, FL
$123 below the Florida average
No mandatory add-ons · 5 verified quotes
See the quotesMarch Motors Inc.
Jacksonville, FLJacksonville, FL
Lake Wales Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Lake Wales, FLLake Wales, FL
Sun State Ford
Orlando, FLOrlando, FL
Napleton Northlake Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Lake Park, FLLake Park, FL
Mullinax Ford Of Vero Beach
Vero Beach, FLVero Beach, FL
Allen Turner Hyundai
Pensacola, FLPensacola, FL
Mullinax Ford Kissimmee
Kissimmee, FLKissimmee, FL
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Highest Doc Fees in Florida
These Florida dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $911.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ocean Cadillac | $1,850 | 7 |
| 2 | Phil Smith Kia | $1,640 | 6 |
| 3 | Duval Acura | $1,633 | 5 |
| 4 | Tallahassee Ford | $1,598 | 3 |
| 5 | Coral Springs Buick GMC | $1,566 | 11 |
| 6 | Coral Springs Honda | $1,566 | 9 |
| 7 | Toyota Of Hollywood | $1,485 | 5 |
| 8 | Parks Hyundai Of Gainesville | $1,299 | 6 |
| 9 | Nissan Fort Myers | $1,299 | 3 |
| 10 | Gettel Hyundai Of Charlotte County | $1,299 | 5 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Florida
These Florida dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Of The Avenues | F 40/100 | $898 | 4 |
| Hgreg.Com | F 42.3/100 | $1,268 | 9 |
| Al Hendrickson Toyota | F 43.2/100 | $1,298 | 5 |
| Subaru Of Port Richey | F 45/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Ocean Cadillac | F 46.5/100 | $1,850 | 7 |
| Parks Ford Of Gainesville | F 46.7/100 | $0 | 5 |
| Toyota Of North Miami | F 48.5/100 | $1,000 | 13 |
| Florida Fine Cars | F 48.9/100 | $1,299 | 6 |
| Tropical Auto Sales | F 49.7/100 | $0 | 5 |
| Honda Of Lake City | F 51.1/100 | $0 | 3 |
Most Common Add-ons in Florida
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Florida, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Florida
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Florida?
Ford
95 dealers · Avg score: 81/100
Ram
74 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Chevrolet
69 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Chrysler
68 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Dodge
68 dealers · Avg score: 74/100
Jeep
68 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Toyota
65 dealers · Avg score: 75/100
Honda
56 dealers · Avg score: 76/100
Hyundai
54 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Kia
53 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
Nissan
51 dealers · Avg score: 64/100
GMC
46 dealers · Avg score: 86/100
Mazda
41 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Buick
38 dealers · Avg score: 83/100
Cadillac
31 dealers · Avg score: 80/100
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How Florida compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Florida Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Florida?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee in Florida is $911, based on 6,323 verified out-the-door quotes from 812 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $511 above the $400 national average.
Which Florida dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Ocean Cadillac charges the highest verified doc fee in Florida at $1,850. Doc fees across the state range from $2 to $1,850.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Florida?
Orange Buick GMC in Orlando is the highest-rated dealer in Florida with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 14 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Florida?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Florida dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 518 of 1136 rated Florida dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.